Atlanta, in prime position to build around defense and depth, shouldn't make a reach for AD at the trade deadline

The Hawks executed the first big trade of the 2025-26 NBA season on Wednesday night, sending Trae Young to the Wizards in exchange for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert. It is a meaningful trade on several levels and shows just how far Young’s stock has fallen since he signed a max contract with Atlanta in 2021.

There’s no need for the Hawks, for as much as they desire Davis, to drive their own price up for an asset with limited interest. Atlanta could mirror Houston’s strategy in securing forward Kevin Durant, standing firm in their offer and refusing to relent, ultimately forcing Dallas to meet it in the middle.

Anthony Davis hand injury forces Dallas Mavericks pivot as Atlanta Hawks trade talks cool across the NBA this season.

The Atlanta Hawks made one blockbuster trade this week when they sent star point guard Trae Young to the Washington Wizards for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert an

Splurging on Anthony Davis could rob the Hawks of their best chance to get their post-Trae Young era off on the right foot.

The Timberwolves (25-13) have won four straight and are a half-game behind Denver for the third spot in the West. San Antonio and the second spot are just one game away. The Wolves are officially back.

Hawks' hesitance to include Zaccharie Risacher and a future unprotected pick in any deal with Anthony Davis remains a hurdle -- for now.